Events

Mood Boosts (formerly Coffee Hour)
We're rebranding our Coffee Hours to Mood Boosts! We think this better reflects what the events are like - which is an opportunity to connect with Honors faculty and your fellow Honors students, work on the jigsaw puzzle, check out the BioLounge exhibits, and more! Stop in for something to drink, grab a snack, and hang out for a bit. We'd love to see you there!
Spring Mood Boosts
Please join us in the Museum of Natural History's BioLounge in the Henderson Building:
- Thursday, January 26, 2023 from 3:00-4:00pm
- Hosted by Dr. Chadwick and Dr. Fischer
- Wednesday, February 8, 2023 from 1:00-2:00pm
- Hosted by Dr. Dike
- Tuesday, March 14, 2023 from 3:00-4:00pm
- Hosted by Dr. Hatch
- Tuesday, April 18th, 2023 from 3:00-4:00pm
- Hosted by Dr. Schwartz

TV With a Prof
*Trigger warning: This show deals with subject matter that can be triggering and difficult to watch. There is domestic violence in this episode.*
Tuesday, April 11th at 5pm
Humanities 125
With Dr. Buchwald and Dr. Fischer

Honors Thesis Symposium
Interested in writing an honors thesis? Hear current thesis students present their research and reflect on the thesis writing process, followed by a Q&A session.
April 26, 2023
Humanities 150
Doors open at 5:00pm
Symposium starts at 5:30pm
Hosted by Ali Hatch
Arrive at 5:00pm to grab a seat and a slice of pizza! The symposium will start at 5:30pm.
Click here to watch the Spring 2021 Thesis Symposium recording (Password is CUBoulder)
You are also welcome to catch up with some previous thesis presentations and we recommend you check out our Honors Thesis - Getting Started handout. If you still have questions, please feel free to email honors@colorado.edu or call Janelle at 303-492-6617.

Honors Mixer
The Honors Mixer is a mix of events, topics, and styles.
Learn about Grad School
March 21st from 6:00-7:00pm
A panel of current graduate students will be talking about their experience in a variety of fields, including medical school, physiology, sociology, and biochemistry. They will be discussing the application process, what different programs look like, and anything else you might want to know, so bring your questions!
Join us via Zoom:
https://cuboulder.zoom.us/j/98240827590
Passcode: Honors

SciTalks Lecture Series
The Honors Program features talks on science-related topics each semester. Join us for our first SciTalk of the semester!
March 13th at 5:00pm
Snacks will be served
The United Nations dubbed the increase of violence against women around the world during COVID as a “shadow pandemic.” Join Sociologist Ali Hatch and Psychologist Jenny Schwartz for a conversation about the increase in familial violence during the pandemic. We'll explore reasons why violence increased, the impact of violence on survivors, and potential solutions going forward.

JEDI Series
Join the Honors Program for our next events in the Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion series.
Interrupting Racism Workshop
**Updated date and time**
Wednesday, March 8th from 6:00-7:30pm
Humanities 1B80
Looking for ways to interrupt racist remarks or actions when they happen? Leaders from the Peers Educating & Empowering Peers and from the Center for Inclusion and Social Change will present a framework in which to understand racism and lead a reflection-based discussion. Students will leave with a knowledge of language to use in interrupting racism, as well as strategies for intervention and barriers that commonly arise. Participants should gain confidence to engage in “critical conversations” and an understanding of how to be an accomplice to people of different backgrounds in resisting racism.
Korey Wise Innocence Project presents "Wrongful Convictions 101"
Monday, February 27th from 5:00-6:30pm
Humanities 150
Pizza will be served!
Sponsored by The Honors Program and The Department of Sociology.
The Korey Wise Innocence Project, named for an exonerated member of the Central Park Five and housed in the CU Boulder Law School, has worked to conduct investigations of people who are wrongfully convicted since 2010. At this presentation, Staff Attorney Jeanne Segil and Legal Fellow Da’Shaun Parker from the Korey Wise Innocence Project will share information about how wrongful convictions happen and how to prevent them, as well as more about the project’s work to free people wrongfully convicted.
Distinguished Lecture Series
Join us for our upcoming Distinguished Lecture Series! Our Spring 2023 Distinguished Lecturer is Professor Donna Mejia:
February 28, 2023 from 5:00-6:30pm
Humanities 150 or via Zoom
Arrive at 5:00pm for pizza!
If you prefer to attend remotely, please join us via Zoom: https://cuboulder.zoom.us/j/94548579163
Creativity and Conventions: Forging Meaningful Exchange Between Innovation and Traditionalism
Each of us is unique and trying to find a way to situate ourselves in larger communities. What is your genius–your craving for fulfilling and thrilling learning? Where in our educational system can we make room for the inner journeys that fuel our educational choices and priorities? Using research in Transcultural Fusion Dance as a case study, Donna Mejia invites you to a shared conversation drenched with realness and humor, informed by 30+ years in higher education. Let's explore the tension in our educational efforts between canonical legacies and the innovative edge we aim to reach. This session includes ballistic beats, copious candles, viral videos, and resilience strategies for the ups and downs of our lifelong learning.
All CU Boulder faculty, staff, and students are welcome to attend!

Honors Orientation
Missed the Fall 2022 Orientation? We've got you covered!
Tune in for a detailed introduction to our Honors Program. Learn about opportunities that are available to you as an Honors student in the College of Arts & Sciences, including events, classes, and more! Meet some of CU's great Honors and Honors RAP faculty and staff and learn how you can make the program work best for you. There is an extensive Q&A chat after the overview, so be sure to check that out as well!
Click here to watch the recording
Password: CU

Honors Film Club
Get together and watch movies with us and your fellow Honors students! Join us for the first Honors Film Club movie of the semester:
The Florida Project
September 14, 2022 at 7pm
Hellems 211
Hosted by Dr. Steve Dike
Programs and Clubs
Honors Scholars Program
Students in the Honors Scholars Program take honors classes, participate in honors events, and have a role in building and promoting the Honors Community. Visit Honors Scholars on Instagram too!
Honors Program Blog
For the latest news about Arts and Sciences Honors Program students, visit the Student Advisory Board blog.
Honors Journal
The University of Colorado Honors Journal is currently accepting submissions of artwork, writing, music, video, and more from all undergraduates at CU Boulder.
@CUBoulderHonorsProgram
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